Cottage Cheese Vs Greek Yogurt

 

By Renata Richardson There has been so much written about getting enough protein in our diets, especially as we age. I won't go into how much we each should consume at each meal as it is different for each person, based on weight and preference for protein coming from plant-based, meat or dairy sources and to make sure protein is accompanied by veggies, fruits, healthy carbs and healthy fats. I encourage you to research what's best for you! Two of my favourite dairy proteins are Greek yogurt and cottage cheese (which has had a resurgence from it's popularity in the 70's) - both which are trending in a huge way on every health forum and with food bloggers. I am no exception as a number of my recipes include these wondaful ingredients. But which is better? The answer is they are individually both so healthful <- this article has a great comparison chart.    Between the lower-fat versions of cottage cheese and Greek Yogurt (and it's plain Greek yogurt, not regular plain yogurt as Greek yogurt has 2x the protein of regular yogurt): Protein: a half cup of Greek Yogurt has about 10 gr of protein where cottage cheese has 12gr. Calcium: Greek Yogurt wins this one with a cup having 282mg vs cottage cheese at 227mg.   Salt/Sodium: This is where the biggest difference lies, as salt is used in the process of making cottage cheese so it contains sodium, where Greek yogurt has no salt. Those watching their salt intake should veer over to Greek yogurt and less to cottage cheese but don't have to avoid it completely!   You can't go wrong with choosing either or both of these high-protein. vitamin and mineral rich options to include in your diet! P.S. Cottage cheese has been around since Victorian times and was known as curds and whey long before it was called cottage cheese, so Little Miss Muffet knew a thing or two about a good, healthy snack!